Glamour Brand Ladies' Quartz Fashion Watch
Decorative Art / Horology (Wristwatch) • Glamour (Mass-market fashion watch manufacturer); Japan Movement
Style & Movement
Contemporary Fashion Jewelry / Costume Jewelry Style
Medium & Technique
Gold-toned base metal, mother-of-pearl dial, synthetic crystal/rhinestone accents, quartz movement, casting and plating techniques
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st century (c. 1990-2010)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 18-20cm in length; small-scale ladies' cocktail watch format
Subject Description
A decorative timekeeper featuring an oval marquise-shaped face with a mother-of-pearl dial and pave-set synthetic stones on the bezel. The integrated bracelet features an interlocking 'S' curve or vine-like link design in textured and polished gold-toned finishes.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good; shows visible wear to the plating and minor surface scratching on the crystal
Estimated Market Value
$10.00 - $30.00 USD
Auction Estimate
$5.00 - $15.00 USD
Provenance History
Mass-produced consumer item; typically sold through department stores or fashion jewelry retailers
Art Historical Significance
Low; representative of late 20th-century mass-market accessory design which mimicked luxury 'cocktail' watches at an accessible price point.
Notable Features
Includes 'Japan Movt' marking on dial indicating an imported movement in a generic case; iridescent mother-of-pearl dial; decorative interlocking link design.
Condition Issues
Significant wear to the gold plating on the high points of the links; potential battery depletion (quartz movement); light surface abrasions on the crystal and bezel.
Conservation Recommendations
Keep in a dry environment to prevent further oxidation of base metals; replace battery using a professional tool to avoid scratching the case back; clean with a soft, dry cloth.